Thunderbird Manor Phase 1, Vernon

The Vernon Native Housing Society completed the development and construction of a four-storey apartment building, the Thunderbird Manor, in May 2020.

This development includes 38-units comprising of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom suites. The units have been made available for Indigenous Elders, individuals with accessibility challenges, and families living off-reserve. The site is well located within walking distance to amenities, recreational activities, a grocery store and other commercial locations. 

M’akola Development Services (MDS) was responsible for preparing federal and provincial funding applications, project team mobilization and coordination from pre-development through to construction. MDS also coordinated and managed municipal approval processes, procured the full design consulting team and construction manager. Throughout the entire project MDS managed the capital budget (soft and hard costs) and provided contract administration services. 

MDS SERVICES PROVIDED

• Feasibility and site analysis
• Community engagement 
• Funding applications 
• Procurement and contract management
• Site and land use planning
• Local government approvals 
• Contract administration